Specialities

Trauma in the form of physical/sexual/emotional abuse, neglect, divorce, racism, natural disasters, combat, or any major life disruption, leaves a lasting impact on children and adults alike. It impacts our sense of self and our relationships. Guided Hope has providers with extensive experience and training in a variety of Evidence-Based Practices for the treatment of trauma. For specialists in trauma treatment, check out Jess Placek (Certified in ITR and trained in EMDR and TF-CBT), Lacey Davis (Trauma-Informed Art Therapy and Certified in IFS), Kristen McDermott (trained in TF-CBT and EMDR), Leanda Welker (trained in ITR), and Katie Maniscarco (Certified in TF-CBT).

Whether it is about exploring gender, sexuality, or navigating stressors and familial changes due to these issues, Guided Hope can help to support you. We are also able to provide gender-affirming surgery letters. For specialists in LGBTQ+ affirming care, check out Leanda Welker, Chelsea Ruggiero, and Kristen McDermott who are all highly experienced and trained to provide affirming and informed care to members of the LGBTQ+ community and their families.

The Perinatal period refers to pregnancy up to one year postpartum. Did you know that 1 in 5-7 women and 1 in 10 men suffer from Postpartum Depression? Perinatal depression is the most under-diagnosed obstetric complication in America. Other Perinatal Mental Health Disorders include Anxiety, OCD, & Postpartum Psychosis. Guided Hope offers periodic virtual support groups for postpartum moms as well as individualized treatment. For specialized mental health care related to pregnancy and postpartum, check out Katie Maniscarco who is Certified in Perinatal Mental Health through Postpartum Support International.

Guided Hope is dedicated to supporting children and their families through academic and behavioral challenges stemming from adjustment disorders, neurodiversity, trauma, and mood and anxiety disorders. When looking for a therapist who works with child and adolescent issues, check out Amanda Lowman, Allie Jackson, Caitlin Furman, Julia Cover, Jess Placek, Kristen McDermott, and Colleen McCormick who all have extensive experience working with children and teens, and experience within the public school and Special Education system.

Substance abuse often results from trauma and can tear a family apart. Individuals often require a lifelong commitment to mental health maintenance in order to learn healthier patterns of coping and to maintain sobriety for the sake of themselves and their loved ones. For specialists in addiction recovery, check out Chelsea Ruggiero who has extensive experience with inpatient and outpatient substance abuse work and Kristen McDermott who runs a free weekly virtual SMART Recovery Group.